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Cosmetic Chemist Job Opportunities

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Sourcing and Quality Assurance Officer - Beauty Industry

Braeside, Victoria location

We are an Australian family owned developer, producer, distributor and retailer in the natural and organic skincare and cosmetic products, based in Melbourne.

With over one hundred distribution points across Australia, Asia and Europe, we have successfully established our standing in the global cosmetics industry.

THE ROLE:

An exciting career opportunity has become available to take on the Sourcing and Quality Assurance Officer position within our Support Centre in Braeside. The ideal candidate will be someone at the beginning of their career and keen to learn and create internal processes and best practices.

If you are a great negotiator and results orientated, with sound knowledge of quality control, supply chain (especially sourcing and manufacturing processes) and passionate about the beauty industry, this job may be for you!

In this role, you will report to the Product Development Manager and will partner with key stakeholders to plan, develop, source and manage procurement and quality assurance arrangements to effectively meet organisational goals and objectives.

Develop and conduct full Quality Control processes with overseas and local suppliers by communicating with Operations to book quality control with suppliers once purchase orders are made and perform quality checks once goods are delivered

Interpret certification processes requirements (such as organic and vegan certification) and coordinate documentation and steps for acquisition of such certifications

Plan and request jobs to ensure timely delivery of quotes, samples and co ordination of final product to meet marketing deadlines

Ability to anticipate & solve problems, and to be pro-active in their resolution

Exceptional time management skills & the ability to prioritise work effectively in line with business needs and within deadlines

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please note: We’ll only consider applicants who include a personalised cover letter explaining why they’re interested in the role and what is their salary expectations.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

R&D Trainee

Central Coast NSW

We transform a client’s concept into a branded or private label retail pack. We contract and manufacture to any requirements and specifications.

We offer the complete product creation service from concept to the finished product.

Our flexible manufacturing and filling facilities allow us to pack many products into a variety of sizes and shapes of bottles, jars, sachets and bulk containers.

Our company has a well-established delivery network throughout Australia and is now expanding into international markets. Our business is on an ambitious growth strategy that will see us double our business by 2020. At the same time we are investing significantly in technology and innovation to support sustainable growth.

We are seeking a R&D Trainee to assist R&D Chemists in assessment of raw materials and development of new products for our retail customers. The role requires conducting product testing (QA/QC) for approximately one day each week to become familiar with and proficient at carrying out the standard test methods and procedures that this requires.

Summary of duties:

Conduct assessments and review of new and alternate raw materials.

Assist to maintain a Raw Material Database

Periodically review suitability of current suppliers and raw materials.

Analyse competitor products and present results to Sales.

Organise stability programs of production samples and compile reports for customers.

Assist in any other role required for the business, as delegated by manager.

Assist in process development and provide assistance to Production and Quality departments.

The successful applicant will have:

B.Sc. in Science OR Diploma of Personal Care Formulation with 0 – 5 years industrial experience.

Demonstrable capability in Good Laboratory Practice.

Attention to detail and good organisation skills.

Excellent teamwork with ability to work autonomously.

Excellent communication skills both up and down command chain.

Motivation to learn and to understand the technology that is applicable to the products.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

QA Chemist Fulltime

Central Coast NSW

100% Australian family-owned contract manufacturer offering a full range of manufacturing, packaging and product development services in a number of non-food areas with facilities located just over one hour north of Sydney on the Central Coast of NSW. We have a well-established delivery network throughout Australia and are now expanding into international markets.

The Quality Assurance chemist is responsible for:

Chemical, instrumental, microbial and physical analysis of various materials used and generated from all phases of manufacturing or other handling process, determining if those meets the standards or requirements, with the goal of clearing conforming products for approval and Trouble shooting in case of non-conforming bulk solutions. QA chemists employ a variety of methods that can vary, but generally require basic lab-work skills and thorough understanding of chemical testing equipment and processes. This role requires excellent knowledge of current GMP requirements with a large focus on OGSM, owning, executing, reviewing and reporting of process documents for BV Laboratory and compounding Operations.

Essential:

Degree in Science, preferably in chemistry or chemistry related disciplines

Solid experience in transferring knowledge into a production environment in a commercially viable way

Practical work experience within an analytical environment with an emphasis on instrumentation and Wet chemistry.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

National Account Manager

Sydney, Northern Beaches location

Full time role

Successful & Expanding Australian Company

Cosmetics & Personal Care Product Market Focus

This rapidly growing Australian organisation is a distribution business importing and supplying a unique portfolio of specialty chemical additives for personal care and cosmetic manufacturers. The company has more than doubled in size over the past 5 years and they partner with some of the world's leading producers of chemical specialties. Their head office is based on the northern beaches of Sydney and they are currently seeking a motivated and driven Account Manager.

This company invests heavily in their staff development and promotions are common.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

Laboratory Assistant – Cosmetics/Pharmaceuticals

Auckland location

Part-time role (15 hours per week)

Be part of an exciting growth story

Cosmetics formulation focus

This Australian skin care brand is now going global, and requires the skills of an experienced Laboratory Assistant to support their New Product Development team in Auckland.

Duties and Responsibilities

Comprehensive supervised product testing, including stability testing

Running the stability program - checking all samples in each incubator every week, taking the pH & viscosity and documenting all results in appropriate spreadsheets.

Maintaining stocks of all ingredients in the lab and ordering more ingredient samples & lab equipment when needed

To perform experiments / tests and documenting results

To assist with the Sensory Testing program

Make lab batches of cosmetic products (under supervision)

Packaging, labelling and organising all samples ready for testing or other purposes as directed

Demonstrated experience in the science of skin care (would be beneficial but not necessary)

Knowledge of relevant technologies

Knowledge of formulation development would be beneficial but not necessary

Knowledge of laboratory practices

Knowledge of R&D process would be beneficial but not necessary

This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team, working on the development of innovative skin care products, in an environment that values flexibility and a relaxed working culture. Great skin is also assured.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

R&D Chemist – Cosmetics/Pharmaceuticals

Central Coast, NSW – Salary dependant on experience

Leading Contract Manufacturer

Great opportunity for career growth

Great opportunity to broaden your experience and knowledge with a wide variety of products including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products.

We are currently seeking to appoint an R&D Chemist to join our team in the development, preparation and manufacture of trial batches of various pharmaceutical, cosmetic and veterinary products. This role will also be supporting our manufacturing process by providing technical and troubleshooting advice to our compounding team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Formulation and preparation of high end products for the marketplace.

Perform validation and testing of formulations to ensure adequacy, or determine the need for reformulation.

Provision of support and advice to our manufacturing team

Process development.

Preparation of pilot batch and scale up of lab batching.

Applying judgment to analytical and sensory tests.

Preparation of reports and documenting results of tests and analyses.

Implementation of standards as required by TGA, APVMA, ACO and GMP.

Criteria:

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Diploma of Personal Care Formulation

A passion for product development and process optimisation.

An understanding of GMP

Excellent communication skills with the ability to write technical documents and impart knowledge to people with varying levels of understanding.

The ability to make smart decisions based on sound scientific analysis.

Strong attention to detail.

This is a great opportunity to join an innovative Australian owned and operated organisation with a very bright future of continued growth and development.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

Sales Account Manager Trainee

Upon selection, the Trainee will participate in a program designed to prepare one for a career in field sales. The Sales Training program consists of departmental rotations which include:

Customer Contact.

Sales Support and Marketing.

Technical Training in the applications lab.

Inside Sales.

The Sales Trainee can expect to spend several weeks or months in various departments during this training program with the ultimate goal of achieving the ability to perform as an Account Manager.

Achieving the position of Account Manager will require relocation in Melbourne, Australia, and ability to do so is a prerequisite for selection to the Sales Trainee position.

What does a Sales Account Manager do?

The Sales Account Manager is a professional salesperson with the objective to maximize sales volume and gross margin, for all of our product lines. This includes achieving the territory sales plan while accomplishing good will and enhancing the Corporate Image with all customers and prospects. Our Sales Account Managers are responsible for winning new accounts and growing existing business. Account Managers are based in a home office and are required to travel throughout their assigned territory 4 days per week.

Why pursue a Long-Term Sales Career with this company?

As a Sales Account Manager, your individual performance will be rewarded with unlimited earning potential. Our Sales Account Managers are provided a competitive base salary, uncapped bonus potential, full benefits and a company vehicle!

As a Sales Account Manager, you will have the opportunity to sell our top-shelf, value-added ingredient portfolio to world-class customers.

You will be given ownership over your sales territory with the ability to manage and grow your business.

As a part of a dynamic team, you will have internal resources structured to support and ensure your success!

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Diploma of Cosmetic Science with specialty in Colour Formulations ideal.

3-5 years of professional experience in R&D, customer service, or inside sales.

Candidates must be interested in a career in outside, professional sales.

Skills & Abilities:

Basic understanding of products and learning how to sell through on the job training.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Awareness of business, financials, products and the cosmetic market, learning the organization structure formal and informal

Competencies:

Execution/Results Driven

Develops Self & Others

Customer Focus

Collaboration

Know Your Business

Planning & Priority Setting

Composure & Resilience

Relationship Building

Time Management

Information Seeking

Entrepreneurial (Creativity/Leading Change/Innovation)

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

Work is in a professional office environment, when not based in home office.

Periodical exposure to laboratory and manufacturing plant conditions.

Training is located in Singapore during 18 months. Relocation is required after training.

Trainees must be flexible and willing to relocate to Melbourne.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

Quality Assurance Co Ordinator – Full Time

Based in Stapylton, Queensland, Australia, 4207

JOB SUMMARY:
Full Time position for experienced QA Co Ordinator in a growing personal care manufacturing facility in South East Queensland. This person is responsible for the general organisation and co-ordination of quality assurance in the personal care areas, in line with ISO 22716 GMP standards, including stock and inventory control. Training can be provided if not experienced in ISO 22716 GMP standards

Customer focused – must be flexible in dealing with others in the organisation and in managing changing deadlines

Team player

Sound mathematical skills

Self-organised

Self-Motivated

Ability to work effectively both under and independent of supervision

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

Spa Bar Facility Manager & Potential Business Partner – Full Time

Based in Providence, Rhode Island

JOB SUMMARY:
Looking for someone who can run a Spa Bar within a small wellness Hub.

Order the packaging and the raw ingredients requested for the formulations

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

Some experience in the laboratory

Diploma in Personal Care Formulation.

Fluent in English.

Knowledge in skincare products

Ability to multi-task and prioritize with limited supervision

Entrepreneur mindset

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

Cosmetic Compounder – Full Time

Based in SE Melbourne, Australia

JOB SUMMARY:
Full Time position for experienced Cosmetic Compounder of large scale batch manufacturing required to lead small but growing team for GMP compliant manufacturing plant.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.

National Account Manager – Auckland, NZ

As a result of strong growth, this company is seeking a National Account Manager for their Performance Ingredients division in NZ. In this role, you will be responsible for the sales growth of performance additives and materials to manufacturers and marketers of health, nutraceutical, personal care, cosmetics and food products. These are key market for the organisation.

The customer base includes major local and international marketers and manufacturers, contract manufacturers and blenders as well as smaller niche players looking for an innovative edge. The product range includes antiperspirant actives, emollients, dispersants, surfactants, essential oils, suspending agents, rheology modifiers, natural extracts, conditioning agents and polymers, emulsion stabilizers and skin care actives.

If you’re an outgoing, career focused individual, who has worked as a new product development chemist or is qualified in a cosmetic or personal care product formulation science, this role could be ideal for you. It is expected that you will be tertiary qualified in Science or Chemistry e.g Bachelor or Diploma of Personal Care Formulation.

This company offers a clearly defined career path and the role will provide you with an excellent opportunity to utilise your technical knowledge and develop your commercial and business skills.

The company was established in 1923 and they partner with some of the world’s leading producers of chemical specialties. With their NZ Branch in Auckland and their head office based in Sydney, Australia, they utilise an extensive warehousing and logistics network to supply and service customers within New Zealand, Australia, the South Pacific and South East Asia.

The company invests heavily in their staff development and internal promotions are very common.

Please note our ability to connect applicants with employers is available to past and current students of IPCS only. Please contact info@personalcarescience.com.au with a copy of your resume if you are interested in this position.